Year of Introduction of Paper Manuals

[kadams]

I am wondering If one of you could enlighten me on what year Smith and wesson started including Paper Manuals with their revolvers when they were shipped.

 

[RT44nut]

The first instructions I've seen with N frames were 1960 but maybe someone has better information. Here's the front and inside of a model 29. Warranty cards and "Helpful Hints" brochures were included earlier

 

[quinn]

I have one in my 1920s 2nd model 44.

 

[DARE]

I have one for a Model 19 and one for a Model 29. Both dated January 1, 1960. Have not seen any with an earlier date. Maybe Doc44 will weigh in.